Introduction

Loaded Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Bake is a delicious and easy dinner that combines spicy buffalo chicken with crispy tater tots and gooey cheese. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or game day gatherings.

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Ingredients

3 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup buffalo sauce
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1 cup shredded cheddar
1 (28 oz) bag frozen tater tots
1/2 cup ranch dressing
2 tbsp chopped green onions

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese. Stir until well incorporated.
Step 3: Spread the creamy chicken mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
Step 4: Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly over the chicken mixture.
Step 5: Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Step 6: Drizzle with ranch dressing and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use blue cheese dressing instead of ranch for a tangier flavor.
Substitute shredded rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
Add sliced jalapeños on top if you like extra heat.
For a lower-carb option, try using cauliflower tots instead of traditional tater tots.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave or oven until warmed through; the oven will help keep the tater tots crispy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the chicken mixture and assemble the dish a few hours in advance. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and bake just before serving.

Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen tater tots?

While fresh potatoes can work, tater tots provide a convenient and crispy texture that complements the creamy chicken mixture well. If using fresh potatoes, cut into small cubes and parboil before topping the bake.

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This Loaded Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Bake is an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner recipe that combines shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with creamy cheeses and crispy tater tots for the perfect comfort food casserole. Topped with ranch dressing and green onions, it’s a deliciously cheesy and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight meals or game day gatherings.

Author: Daniel
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken and Cheese Mixture

3 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup buffalo sauce
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Topping

1 (28 oz) bag frozen tater tots
1/2 cup ranch dressing
2 tbsp chopped green onions

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
Mix Chicken and Cheeses: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well incorporated and creamy.
Assemble the Bake: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread the creamy chicken and cheese mixture evenly over the bottom of the dish.
Add Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly on top of the chicken mixture in a single layer to ensure they bake crispy.
Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy on top.
Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven, drizzle the ranch dressing over the top, and sprinkle with the chopped green onions before serving warm.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
For extra crispiness, broil the tater tots for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking but watch carefully to avoid burning.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
Use lactose-free cream cheese and cheeses if you want a low-lactose version of this dish.

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